The National Centre For Early Music
St Margaret’s Church, Walmgate, York, YO1 9TL -
Up to
180 guests
Internal Catering
allowed
About Venue
The National Centre for Early Music (NCEM), set in the magnificent grade-one listed medieval church of St Margaret’s in York, is a unique venue available to hire for wedding receptions, celebrations, birthday and anniversary parties, conferences, meetings, recordings and concerts.
Restored to the highest possible standards, this award-winning building provides an idyllic and unusual venue in the heart of York with exceptional facilities and set in peaceful, private grounds. You can relax and enjoy our first-class venue whilst our friendly and welcoming staff will ensure that your event is a memorable occasion.
The National Centre for Early Music is completely flat-floored throughout making it an accessible building for wheelchair users.
Capacity & Layout
Standing
up to 180
Theatre
up to 180
Boardroom
up to 40
Cabaret
up to 120
Classroom
up to 100
Food & Beverage
Catering arrangements
Refreshments
Alcohol
Facilities & Amenities
Disabled access
Flipchart
Natural light
Table / chairs included
Tea
Whiteboards
Premises parking
Heating
Cloakroom
Air conditioning
Lectern
Outdoor / Garden / Beach
Print/Scan/Copy
Stage
Audio & Visual
Projector & screen
Flipchart
WiFi
Sound system
Microphone
TV screen
Other
Screen and HD projector at an additional cost
Space Rules
Allowed events
Licensed for alcohol
Cancellation policy
The National Centre for Early Music will make a number of charges if the event is cancelled: • Cancellation within 12 weeks or more - payment of 10% of the hire fee • Cancellation within 12 – 4 weeks – payment of 50% of the hire fee • Cancellation within 4 weeks – payment in full Please note that for DDR bookings, this will be based on the minimum numbers agreed when the booking was made.
Location
Reviews
- Francesca LeesFebruary 2026
Wonderful atmosphere. Watched a gorgeous Coldplay concert here by candlelight (plastic candles so safe for asthma). Serene experience and very helpful staff. Book early as gets booked up quickly! The venue was charming and warm and there was a bar for drinks too
- StuartApril 2026
If you're into early classical music, great place to go & hear stuff in a simple setting. Alcoholic & soft drinks available too. In this case listening to some Gamelan music, a bit strange, but really enjoyed it
